The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Statutory Accountant looking for an exciting interim opportunity? CMA Recruitment Group are partnering with a leading global organisation to recruit an Interim Statutory Accountant to join their EMEA Finance team based in Maidenhead, Berkshire. This role is offering the successful candidate the chance to become the local subject matter expert for statutory accounts across multiple European entities.
This is a hybrid role, with two office days per week, perfect for someone who enjoys a balance of flexibility and on-site collaboration.
What will the Statutory Accountant role involve?
Prepare annual statutory financial statements for European entities in compliance with local laws and GAAP.
Ensure all statutory reporting deadlines are met, maintaining highly accurate financial records.
Act as the primary contact for statutory audits, coordinating with auditors to ensure timely completion.
Collaborate with tax consultants and in-house teams to ensure compliance with VAT, corporate tax, and other local filings.
File statutory reports with relevant authorities across Europe.
Reconcile statutory accounts with group accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Work closely with finance teams, external advisors, and local authorities to ensure efficient statutory compliance.
Identify and implement process improvements to streamline reporting and enhance accuracy.
About you:
You will be a technically strong, confident finance professional who thrives in a complex reporting environment.
ACA or ACCA qualification.
Proven experience in statutory accounting or audit within a European context.
Strong knowledge of local GAAP, IFRS, and multi-country tax regulations.
Hands-on experience managing multi-entity statutory audits.
Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to join a well-established, values-led organisation that:
Lead and shape the statutory accounting function for a dynamic, multi-country EMEA operation.
Work in a highly collaborative and international environment, liaising with finance teams, auditors, and tax advisors across Europe.
Gain exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional statutory reporting and audits – perfect for career growth and building specialist expertise.
Be part of a company that values process improvement, innovation, and operational efficiency.
Enjoy a flexible hybrid working arrangement and the chance to make an immediate impact in a visible, high-profile role.
This is an interim role offering the chance to make a real difference in a global finance function. If you are ready to take ownership, lead statutory reporting, and work across multiple European jurisdictions, we want to hear from you!
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